The in vitro culture of kidney cells in coconut water.

Date

4-1980

Degree

Bachelor of Science in Biology

College

College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

Adviser/Committee Chair

William G. Padolina

Abstract

Kidney cells, isolated by trypsinization of kidneys of adult mice were cultured in coconut water and serum-supplemented Hanks' biological salt solution (HBSS) within a seventy two-hour period. Coconut water sustained a significantly higher cell population than serum-supplemented HBSS as shown by cell counts done at twenty-four hour intervals, statistical analyses and growth curves. This study confirms the hypothesis that even without a protein supplement, coconut water can maintain viable cells and promote their growth with its rich s tore of nutrients. Further investigation on the chemical nature of coconut water is recommended.

Language

English

Location

UPLB Main Library Special Collections Section (USCS)

Call Number

Thesis

Document Type

Thesis

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